How far is Granite, UT from Sandy, UT?
The driving distance from Granite, UT to Sandy, UT is about 5 miles (8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.3 miles (6.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A census-designated place in Salt Lake County, Utah.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granite and Sandy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granite and Sandy.
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Start on 9800 South
1000 ft · 36 sec · 9800 South
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Turn right onto Carriagehouse Lane
1575 ft · 59 sec · Carriagehouse Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Little Cottonwood Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Little Cottonwood Road
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Continue on 9400 South
2.1 mi · 4 min · 9400 South
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Continue on 9000 South
1.4 mi · 3 min · 9000 South
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Turn right onto 280 East
1293 ft · 43 sec · 280 East
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Turn left onto 8800 South
547 ft · 19 sec · 8800 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8800 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Granite and Sandy.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
9400 South
Continue on 9400 South
2.06 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Granite and Mostly Clear near Sandy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granite to Sandy?
The road trip is about 5 miles (8 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sandy Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.5 miles from Granite and 2.4 miles from Sandy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.3 miles (6.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.66 one way or $1.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Granite and Mostly Clear near Sandy.
Stop Ideas Near Sandy Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sandy Hills.
Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granite and Sandy. Straight-line distance: 4.29 mi (6.91 km).
#1 Granite
Census-designated place in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,932 |
| Coordinates | 40.5730000, -111.8060400 |
| Altitude | 1564 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sandy
A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.
| Population | 94,871 |
| Coordinates | 40.5916100, -111.8841000 |
| Altitude | 1361 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8800 South (-111.8841, 40.591674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $0.66 | $1.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $0.72 | $1.44 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $0.77 | $1.55 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $0.92 | $1.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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